Be Careful What You Wish For
First recorded: 1 Nov 2017 — Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds at York Hall Leisure Centre, London, GB
Most recent: 10 Nov 2018 — Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds at Km de Vantagens Hall, Belo Horizonte, BR
By artist
| Artist | Plays | Gigs |
|---|---|---|
| Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds | 62 | 62 |
Quick facts
- Release
- Who Built the Moon?
- Release year
- 2017
- Lyrics
- Available
- Recorded live plays
- 62 across 62 gigs
Lyrics
Tidy your books up
Put 'em under your bed
And gather your thoughts up
But, keep 'em in your head
Be careful what you wish for
Be careful what you dream
They let you sing your songs son
But, they’ll never hear you scream
Button your coat up
Take shelter from the rain
They want you to be like them
But, you can never be the same
‘Cause you're standing on the outside
They'll never let you in
They'll let you play the game son
But, they'll never let you win
Never let them bare witness
To the tears in your eyes
And never take a handshake
From the prophets and their lies
‘Cause they put you in the wrong line
You've been crying out for more
They've given you the key son
But, you'll never find the door
You've fallen like an angel
Stranded on the earth
They let you see their riches
But, never tell you what you're worth
They've put you in the back seat
While they're heading for the sun
And if you're waiting for the rapture
The day will never come
The day will never come…
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Notes
Be Careful What You Wish For" is a haunting, contemplative track from *Who Built the Moon?*, highlighting themes of caution and reflection. With its slow, hypnotic rhythm and dark lyrics, the song reflects Gallagher’s exploration of a more introspective and experimental sound. The repetitive outro adds an eerie, lingering effect, emphasizing the idea that some desires remain out of reach. The track stands out for its depth and melancholy, resonating with listeners who connect with its message.